![]() ![]() I use a pair of thread snips and a lint roller to remove as many stray threads as possible. ![]() ![]() Carefully flatten out the batting on top of the backing, removing any wrinkles or puckers as you go.īefore adding the quilt top to the sandwich, give it a good pressing from the back side. The trick here is not to pull or distort the batting. Next, I cut the batting to the approximate size of the backing fabric, and smooth it out carefully. Try not to pull or distort the fabric when taping to the floor, just smooth it out and use the tape to keep the fabric flat. The tape helps hold the fabric flat and can prevent the bottom layer from shifting while pin basting, and will prevent puckers and tucks. I begin by using painter’s tape to secure the backing layer on the floor, right side down. I baste right on the wood floor in my sewing space. Press your backing well to make sure it is flat and free of any wrinkles. The final size should measure a minimum of 54″ x 54″ for this quilt. You can use a solid piece of fabric, or you can piece together a backing from smaller pieces of fabric. I am using a piece of 54″ wide cotton shirting for the quilt backing. I use pin basting using quilter’s curved safety pins.īefore getting started with basting you will need to prepare your backing layer. You can use a spray basting method or a pin basting method. Basting helps the layers from shifting, bunching, and distorting while sewing the quilting stitches. Read part 1 to read about making a quilt with recycled clothing, and find the full materials list along with cutting and piecing instructions in part 2.īefore quilting the layers of your quilt together (the backing, batting, and quilt top), the layers need to be basted. Welcome to the final installment of Making a Memory Quilt! In part 3 I’ll show you how to baste and quilt your project, and how to finish the edges with a slim facing. ![]()
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